Veterinarian

Veterinarian Position Available

Sebastian Animal & Bird Hospital has a full, compassionate support staff and offers unparalleled mentoring to a veterinarian who wants to provide high quality, compassionate medicine and surgery to all our patients. We offer a superior work-life balance with no on call emergencies. We highly value our client-staff communication and hope to foster long-term relationships with pets and their pet parents. The hospital has been established for over 30 years and has retained clients from the beginning.

Our animal hospital is a full service veterinary hospital that treats approximately 50% exotics (small mammals, birds, and reptiles) as well as standard domestic animals (dogs and cats). We offer top of the line diagnostics to allow full work ups (digital radiographs, ultrasound, full in-house laboratory diagnostics, and laser and light therapy).

We are currently looking to hire either a part time veterinarian who has an interest in medicine and surgery for a variety of smaller species (dogs, cats, birds [including psittacine, passerines, poultry and waterfowl], rabbits, ferrets, other small mammals [including but not limited to hedgehogs, chinchillas, guinea pigs, callitrichids, etc], reptiles, PBP, and a random small ruminant). Flexible scheduling may be available.

If you are interested in learning more about the positions we have available, please reach out to us during our business hours: 8 am-5 pm Monday through Friday or 8 AM-12 PM on Saturdays We look forward to hearing from you. We hope we can foster a long term working relationship with a great work life balance. Join us today!

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate veterinarian to join our team. If you are passionate about providing exceptional animal care, we'd like to meet you. Salary based on experience, hours worked and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine examinations on dogs, cats and ideally non traditional exotic mammals (ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, hedgehogs, chinchillas, rats etc), birds (parrots, chickens, ducks etc) and reptiles
• Diagnose problems and recommend appropriate treatment
• Perform soft tissue surgery and dentistry
• Administer vaccinations (species appropriate)
• Advise pet owners on preventative healthcare, nutrition, and overall pet well-being
• Interpret radiographs
• Ideally have an interest in and potentially perform FAST scans +/- abdominal ultrasound
• Update client records using a EMR (we are paperlight) with Avimark software

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree
• Previous work experience as a veterinarian preferred but we are willing to train
• Minimum 2 years of experience in veterinary practice preferred. However if you are a new graduate or have a strong interest in exotics, mentoring is available on site.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and anesthesia procedures
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex medical concepts in simple terms
• Problem-solving skills
• Patience and a love for animals (all species)
• Compassion
• Self-motivated and able to work independently without direct supervision.
• Commitment to lifelong learning.

Why Join Us?

We are proud to serve the Sebastian area with trust, innovation, and compassionate care for over 30 years. As a privately owned private practice we're proud of our commitment to excellence.

Work-Life Balance:

Enjoy flexible scheduling that works for you, and the opportunity to work with small animals and exotics. (Our sister clinic is 35 minutes away by the beach. There is an opportunity to work in both places if interested). If you are only interested in dogs and cats, part time at Sebastian Animal and Bird Hospital or full time divided between both clinics is a option.

Team-Centric Culture:

Be part of a team that genuinely loves what they do, fosters a collaborative environment, and values your input.

Lifelong Learning:

We encourage ongoing education, with ample opportunities for professional growth and development.

About Our Facility:

Our full-service veterinary hospital provides exceptional care. Our state-of-the-art facility is designed to provide top-tier care with compassion and precision. We are equipped with in-house lab analyzers (CBC, Chem, SNAP, i-stat, Moichor), digital radiology, and ultrasound, a fully-equipped surgical suite, laser therapy and phovia, a well-stocked pharmacy, and trusted nutritional products like Hill's Science Diet and Royal Canin. Whether it's well care or emergency surgery, we are equipped and ready to meet the needs of pets in our care. We're more than just a veterinary hospital we're your partner in ensuring lifelong health for every furry, feathered or scaly family member.

Your Responsibilities:

Conduct thorough exams, diagnose conditions, and develop individualized treatment plans. Perform surgeries and dental procedures with precision and care. Educate pet owners, foster trust, and build long-term relationships with clients. Collaborate with our skilled team to provide exceptional patient care.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary based on experience Potential for housing or accommodation assistance Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) CE Allowance available (Including but not limited to VIN, Vetgirl, VMX registration) License and dues coverage including but not limited to (DEA, state licensing, BCVMA (local VMA) and FVMA Pet discounts

Work Schedule:

Choose from 1, 2, 3 or 3.5 days in this part-time position. Our current business hours are 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday through Friday, and 8 am - 12 pm on Saturdays. Just steps away from the intercoastal waterway, Sebastian offers a relaxed lifestyle, with stunning beaches, vibrant local culture, and year-round sunshine. It's the ideal place to grow your career while enjoying work life balance. If you're ready to take your veterinary career to the next level in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, we want to hear from you.

Compensation:

$60,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

About Us:

Our hospital is equipped with in-house laboratory analyzers, a well-stocked pharmacy, in-hospital surgery suite, full digital radiology and ultrasound, therapeutic laser, and a closely supervised hospitalization area. We strive to educate clients to help provide knowledge for them to keep their pets healthy and happy. We provide compassionate and comprehensive care.